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Condom gel compound proves effective against COVID-19

Yolanda Redrup
Yolanda RedrupRich List Editor

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Local biotech Starpharma is investigating ways to turn its antiviral component used in its condom and vaginal lubricants into a preventative treatment for COVID-19, after it tested positively against the virus.

Starpharma CEO Jackie Fairley is developing a COVID-19 therapy using the company's antiviral compound. Peter Braig

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Yolanda Redrup is the editor of the AFR Rich List. She previously reported on technology, healthcare and Street Talk. Connect with Yolanda on Twitter. Email Yolanda at yolanda.redrup@afr.com

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